Bagong Pilipinas: Disaster preparedness begins with standards enforcement (opens original article in a new tab)

The article highlights the need for strict enforcement of construction material standards to enhance disaster preparedness in the Philippines, citing risks from substandard steel and environmental hazards.

• The article emphasizes the importance of enforcing construction material standards to improve disaster preparedness in the Philippines.
• It calls for action against the use of substandard steel, particularly from induction furnaces, which are linked to safety and environmental risks.
• The Federation of Philippine Industries urges the government to inspect, test, and penalize violators to ensure compliance with safety and environmental laws.